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Exercise volume is a measure of the total work performed during a strength training session, calculated by multiplying sets × reps × weight. It provides a quantitative measure of training load and helps track progressive overload over time.
The calculator uses the exercise volume formula:
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Explanation: This simple multiplication gives the total volume of weight lifted during an exercise session, which is useful for tracking training progress and ensuring progressive overload.
Details: Tracking exercise volume is essential for monitoring training progress, ensuring progressive overload, and optimizing workout programming for strength and hypertrophy goals.
Tips: Enter the number of sets and reps as whole numbers, and weight in pounds. All values must be positive numbers greater than zero.
Q1: Why calculate exercise volume?
A: Volume calculation helps quantify training load, track progress over time, and ensure you're applying the principle of progressive overload for continued adaptation.
Q2: What are typical volume ranges for different goals?
A: Volume recommendations vary by goal: strength (lower volume, higher intensity), hypertrophy (moderate volume), endurance (higher volume, lower intensity).
Q3: Should volume be calculated per exercise or per session?
A: Both approaches are useful. Per-exercise volume helps track specific movement progress, while total session volume gives an overall training load picture.
Q4: How often should volume be increased?
A: Volume should be increased gradually, typically by 5-10% weekly, while monitoring recovery and avoiding excessive fatigue or overtraining.
Q5: Does exercise volume account for intensity?
A: While volume quantifies total work, it doesn't directly measure intensity (percentage of 1RM). Both volume and intensity should be considered in program design.